Hockey players demand punishment of BHF secretary over alleged verbal abuse

A few discarded players from the national men's hockey team today demanded exemplary punishment for Bangladesh Hockey Federation's (BHF's) incumbent joint secretary Abu Jafar Tapan for allegedly verbally abusing the players.
22 August 2025, 15:16 PM

Imranur, Sumaiya regain fastest sprinter titles

Imranur Rahman and Sumaya Dewan regained the fastest sprinter titles in the the 17th Summer Athletics Championships, which got underway at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Friday.
22 August 2025, 12:27 PM

Imranur returns, with a point to prove

Sprinter Imranur Rahman is set to return to domestic competition after more than a year as the 17th Summer Athletics Championships begin today at the National Stadium.
22 August 2025, 04:00 AM

Alcaraz, Djokovic on US Open collision course

Carlos Alcaraz was put on a US Open collision course with Novak Djokovic on Thursday as the draw for the men's and women's singles tournaments were revealed.
21 August 2025, 18:16 PM

India clarifies sports policy with Pakistan ahead of Asia Cup

India’s Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has issued new guidelines on sporting ties with Pakistan, confirming that while there will be no bilateral contests, athletes from both nations can compete against each other in multilateral tournaments.
21 August 2025, 15:02 PM

‘No bias’: BHF defends Asia Cup squad selection

The Bangladesh Hockey Federation (BHF dismissed allegations of bias in the selection of the national team for the upcoming Men’s Hockey Asia Cup, beginning August 29 in Bihar, India.
21 August 2025, 01:00 AM

Seville storms past Lyles for Lausanne 100m win

Jamaica's Oblique Seville trumped Olympic champion Noah Lyles in the 100m at Wednesday's Diamond League meet in Lausanne, just three weeks away from the world championships in Tokyo.
20 August 2025, 23:32 PM

Imranur back on track to regain 100m sprint title

Bangladesh sprinter Imranur Rahman gets off the blocks during a practice session at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Monday. The 32-year-old has been competing in Bangladesh’s national athletics events since 2021 but took a break from appearing in both domestic and international meets following Paris Olympics last year. The Navy athlete, who arrived in Dhaka on August 15, will be looking to regain the fastest-man mantle from Mohammad Ismail when the 17th National Summer Athletics Championship kicks off on Friday. Photos: Firoz Ahmed 
20 August 2025, 13:13 PM

India seeks to ban online gambling

India's government introduced a parliamentary bill on Wednesday to ban online gambling, citing concerns over addiction, financial harm, and potential links to money laundering and terrorism financing.
20 August 2025, 11:00 AM

World Anti-Doping Agency suspends Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's suspension this week from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was due to "procedural challenges" in updating the island's sports law, the local governing body said Wednesday.
20 August 2025, 07:22 AM

Weary Swiatek wins US Open mixed doubles opener

Iga Swiatek shrugged off lingering weariness to partner Casper Ruud to back-to-back victories in the revamped mixed doubles competition at the US Open on Tuesday.
19 August 2025, 21:12 PM

Sinner withdraws from US Open mixed doubles draw

World number one Jannik Sinner, who was forced to retire during the final of the Cincinnati Open, and playing partner Katerina Siniakova have withdrawn from the US Open mixed doubles draw, tournament organisers confirmed Tuesday.
19 August 2025, 21:01 PM

Bangladesh grouped with holders South Korea in Asia Cup hockey

Bangladesh will start their campaign by taking on Malaysia August 29.
19 August 2025, 12:15 PM

Bangladesh ‘eager to cash in’ after late lifeline

Of the 26-member preliminary squad, 10 are from the U-21 team preparing for November’s FIH Junior World Cup.
19 August 2025, 04:10 AM

Swiatek beats Paolini to clinch Cincinnati title

Iga Swiatek filled in a piece of her career tennis puzzle on Monday as she won the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open for the first time with a 7-5, 6-4 defeat of Jasmine Paolini.
19 August 2025, 03:12 AM

Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open as Sinner retires with illness

Carlos Alcaraz won the ATP Cincinnati Open title on Monday after defending champion Jannik Sinner retired due to illness in the first set.
18 August 2025, 20:00 PM

Hockey players in high spirits after Asia Cup lifeline

Bangladesh national team hockey players share a jolly moment as they walk off the athletics track after completing a yo-yo fitness test at the National Stadium in Dhaka yesterday. Bangladesh, who had initially failed to qualify for the 2025 Men's Hockey Asia Cup, received confirmation on the same day that they will feature in the tournament in Bihar, India, from August 28, replacing Pakistan who withdrew over security concerns. Photo: Firoz Ahmed 
18 August 2025, 16:05 PM

Bangladesh replace Pakistan in Asia Cup Hockey

Bangladesh will compete in the upcoming AHF Asia Cup hockey in place of Pakistan, who have refused to travel to host nation India, citing security concerns.
18 August 2025, 08:59 AM

Swiatek swamps Rybakina, to face Paolini in Cincinnati final

Iga Swiatek reached the final of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open for the first time on Sunday, surging past Elena Rybakina 7-5, 6-3 to book a title clash with Jasmine Paolini.
18 August 2025, 02:46 AM

Fighter on and off the field: Tanzima’s inspiring journey

At the 36th National Women's Handball Championship held at Paltan's Shaheed Captain M Mansur Ali Stadium, a powerful story unfolded. Tanzima Akter, a player for the Bangladesh Police team, is not just battling opponents on the court -- she’s also juggling motherhood with remarkable strength.
17 August 2025, 16:00 PM